In the Chinese entertainment industry, beauty ideals have long emphasized being pale, slim and with a delicate silhouette. For years, the “A4 waist” standard, which states that a woman’s waist is as thin as an A4 sheet of paper, has dominated discussions about female beauty. However, this obsession with extreme thinness has now caused growing alarm among fans and the media.
Recently, QQ Entertainment published a surprising article asking: “Do these five beautiful stars survive on paper?”after several famous actresses appeared alarmingly underweight, to the point of appearing frail or malnourished. The list includes Sammi Cheng, Gulnezer Bekhtiyar, Lu Yu, Jiang Zixin AND Jin Chenall of whom expressed concern about their visibly skeletal figures.
Sammi Cheng
Born in 1972, Sammi Cheng is one of Hong Kong’s most celebrated divas, affectionately known as “Hong Kong’s daughter” and considered the heir to icons such as Faye Wong and Anita Mui.
During his early years, Sammi she enchanted the audience with her radiant smile and her healthy, feminine figure. Yet in recent years his public appearances have shown an increasingly fragile and lifeless image. Observers noticed that his face and body became noticeably gaunt, sometimes revealing the bones of his chest. Although he was 1.67 meters tall, Sammi He reportedly weighs less than 40 kilograms, sparking concerns about his health from colleagues and fans alike.
Gulnezer Bekhtiyar
Renowned as the “No. 1 beauty of Xinjiang”, Gulnezer Bekhtiyar She was once admired for her curvaceous, goddess-like physique and stunning red carpet presence. However, in pursuit of the “size zero” ideal, the actress would have to undergo a harsh diet to fit into child-sized clothing.
His recent appearances show drastically thinner, rod-thin arms and legs, and collarbones that protrude sharply. Many netizens commented that he looked “light as a leaf”fearing that even a breeze could carry her away.
Lu Yu
Born in 1970, talk show host Lu Yu She is often described as “China’s Oprah Winfrey” for her charm and interview skills. Despite his professional success, Lu Yu he has long been known as one of the slimmest figures in Chinese entertainment.
With a body “thin as paper”, his head-to-body ratio appears unusually disproportionate. Still Lu Yu he expressed comfort with his physique, once saying: “When I look in the mirror, I don’t think I’m too thin.”
Jiang Zixin
The actress born in 1996 rose to fame thanks to dramas such as History of Yanxi Palace, The Legend of Hao LanAND Lighter and Princess. However, his severe obsession with weight loss has become a cause for concern.
Reportedly, Jiang she lost 20 kilograms in a few months, going from 55 kg to just 35 kg because she felt “too fat”. The result is an extremely emaciated structure, with visible bones that make it look like a “walking coat hanger”.
Jin Chen
Actress Jin Chenborn in 1990, she is known for her roles in Wu Xin: Monster Slayer, Legend of the Nine-Tailed FoxAND Little Valentine. Aside from discussions about her frequent cosmetic surgery, Jin he also attracted attention for his dangerously thin appearance.
Photos from public events show his sunken face, bony shoulders and clearly visible ribs. Fans have repeatedly expressed concern, urging her to prioritize health over maintaining a “model-like” body.
A dangerous beauty standard
The extreme thinness of these five celebrities has reignited the debate over unrealistic beauty expectations in Chinese entertainment. Many fans argue that “being thin doesn’t always mean being beautiful”.
As one netizen commented, “They look like they’re made of paper. I hope they eat well and stay healthy.”
While the pressure to stay thin remains a powerful force in entertainment, audiences are increasingly demanding healthier, more diverse representations of beauty that celebrate vitality, confidence and balance over extreme dieting.
Sources: kenh14
